The five-point cut developed as Vidal Sassoon added some drama to the bob cut.
The very modern-looking geometric wash-and-wear cut was preferred by British designer Mary Quant who brought us the miniskirt. The original cut has never been outdone.
The Beehive – 1963
The enduring Beehive was invented in 1960 and made famous by The Ronettes, pictured here, and also by Brigitte Bardot and Jackie Kennedy Onassis. Today, singers Adel and Amy Winehouse keep the trend alive.
Like the bouffant, the beehive is created with lots of teasing and hairspray. The teased hair is covered with a smooth, nicely combed layer.
The Bob – 1964
The bob enjoyed some popularity in the 20s, but Vidal Sassoon delivered it to the 60s.
It’s a cut that usually follows the jawline at a straight angle and is often framed with bangs.
Long and Straight – 1966
Cher and Sonny Bono’s duet, “I Got You Babe” catapulted Cher’s fame and her unique flair made her a fashion icon. Long and straight hair became the ubiquitous hippie look by the 70s.
Women used standard irons to smooth locks down. Later, flat irons for hair were invented.
Short and Natural - 1967
The natural hair craze is officially credited to Cicely Tyson who chopped her smooth, straightened bob to this short and natural cut she wore in East Side/West Side.
Later, in Sounder, she introduced cornrows as a hairdo option.